B4

It was still almost dark outdoors. Nobody knew how difficult it was for Daisy to get out of her warm bed but she did it.

KNOW

B5

Then it took her a great effort to dress herself and to leave the house. She headed to the opposite building.

SHE

B6

The dog, a wonderful shepherd Blanka, was at their neighbours' house alone. Her owners Mr and Mrs Pitt, had left for some business.

LEAVE

B7

Daisy promised Mrs Pitt to take care of Blanka while they were away. Mrs. Pitt said that they would be back in two weeks.

BE

B8

“It's ok”, Daisy thought, “One week has passed and only one more week is still ahead. I'll manage.”

PASS

B9

Every day before classes she had to walk and feed Blanka. In the afternoons she played with her and fed her again. It was also necessary to tidy up in the house as Blanka, through she was a very clever dog, was also quite a messy dog.

FEED

B10

Daisy had always wanted to adopt a puppy, but her mum did not approve / didn't approve of that idea.

NOT/

APPROVE

B11

“You don't understand that a dog is a great responsibility. It's not even like having birds, hamsters, or mice. A dog needs lots of attention, time and devotion.”

MOUSE

B12

Daisy was experiencing it now. Her mum was watching her. “Mr and Mrs Pitt are getting back soon,” she said calmly. “If by the time of their arrival you still want to adopt a puppy, I shall let / will let / 'll let you do it.”

LET